Cost to Own
United StatesDistrict of Columbia Counties 1 Electricity 24.39¢/kWh

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Cost to Own a Home in District of Columbia

The average effective property tax rate across District of Columbia is 0.577%, against a national median of 0.837%. Residential electricity averages 24.39¢ per kWh. Pick a county for the full monthly cost breakdown.

Largest cities in District of Columbia

City pages carry their own median home value and effective tax rate, which often differ from the county they sit in.

Claim what's yours

Property tax exemptions in District of Columbia, relief most homeowners never file for · Down payment help: the state-run programs buyers don't know exist.

Every county in District of Columbia

CountyTax rateMedian homeMedian tax
District of Columbia 0.577% $724,600 $4,180